Herpes simplex virus bronchiolitis in a cannabis user

Abstract

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) lower respiratory tract infections in adults are uncommon. We present a case of HSV bronchiolitis and pneumonitis in an immunocompetent individual, likely linked to chronic habitual marijuana use and a herpetic orolabial ulcer. The case serves as a reminder to consider HSV as a potential unusual cause of lower respiratory tract infection/inflammation in individuals with chronic habitual marijuana use.

Keywords

• Herpes simplex virus-1
• Marijuana
• Bronchiolitis
• Pneumonitis